Breathe: Retreat

A space to turn in, unravel & bloom...

September 1-7th 2024

A week of breath, story and coming home to the self - be held & truly retreat in this quiet, wildly green and deeply nurturing jungle ashram.

Journey far beyond the normal tourism of Bali and take this unique opportunity for deep immersive practice in the secluded mountains of Tejakula (North Bali) with Uma & the b.o.t.h community.

Save your place now - space is limited

Breathe: Retreat

A space to turn in, unravel & bloom...

September 1-7th 2024

A week of breath, story and coming home to the self - be held & truly retreat in this quiet, wildly green and deeply nurturing jungle ashram.

Journey far beyond the normal tourism of Bali and take this unique opportunity for deep immersive practice in the secluded mountains of Tejakula (North Bali) with Uma & the b.o.t.h community.

Book your spot now

Practice

Uma is passionate about the breath! 

Uma is passionate about the breath! You will learn accessible Pranayama practices that will transform your understanding of Yoga, as well as experiencing expertly guided Ecstatic Breathwork (3 sessions throughout the week). Our physical practices will be  gentle & nurturing (yin, restorative and slow flow), and, myth, mantra, meditation will be joyfully weaved throughout the week.

Learn more about Uma

Practice

Uma is passionate about the breath! 

Uma is passionate about the breath! You will learn accessible Pranayama practices that will transform your understanding of Yoga, as well as experiencing expertly guided Ecstatic Breathwork (3 sessions throughout the week). Our physical practices will be  gentle & nurturing (yin, restorative and slow flow), and, myth, mantra, meditation will be joyfully weaved throughout the week.

Learn more about Uma

Gaia Abasan

Ashram Retreat

Is a truly unique not for profit retreat and wellness centre that gives every cent back to the Tejakula community. Visitors to the ashram have the ability to not only see how the various projects are working within the village, but are invited to participate more actively too. The experience at this incredible place is one of true connection to Balinese culture & community far beyond the regular tourist limitations. Accommodation is simple but luxurious at Abasan Retreat. Choose between a spacious twin share cottage or a private room (limited availability). All of the rooms are spread out over the property and have different features & views - all are wonderful in their own ways! 

All beds have mosquito canopies.

World class massage and treatments are available in house at the Abasan Spa.

 

Learn More about Gaia Abasan Mountain retreat

Gaia Abasan

Ashram Retreat

Is a truly unique not for profit retreat and wellness centre that gives every cent back to the Tejakula community. Visitors to the ashram have the ability to not only see how the various projects are working within the village, but are invited to participate more actively too. The experience at this incredible place is one of true connection to Balinese culture & community far beyond the regular tourist limitations. Accommodation is simple but luxurious at Abasan Retreat. Choose between a spacious twin share cottage or a private room (limited availability). All of the rooms are spread out over the property and have different features & views - all are wonderful in their own ways! 

 

Learn More about Gaia Abasan Mountain retreat

Inclusions

Stay

6 nights and 7 days at Gaia Abasan, set in the lush jungle, high in the mountains of Tejakula North Bali. This is a truly unique and luxurious space - boasting a beautiful salt water pool & Massage centre.

Practice

With a focus on pranayama & breathwork, this retreat will transform your relationship with Yoga. Uma joyfully weaves Mantra, Mudra, Meditation, Myth & nourishing Movement throughout.

Each day will begin with a 2 hour dynamic pranayama & meditation session, and will also include either a 2 hour accessible Yin or Restorative Yoga session to nourish your fascial body, endocrine and nervous system. There will be 3 Ecstatic Breath sessions throughout the week to release deeply held emotional tensions & trauma.

Each evening we will gather for story, mantra or perhaps a Yoga Nidra, depending on where the day leads us.

Play

Meet with dolphins at sunrise or climb a volcano, explore the local fruit forests and get involved with community by planting trees. Learn about local spiritual practices & experience Temple Ceremony.

Eat 

Delicious, healthy vegetarian meals will be served buffet style throughout your stay, with much of the produce from the centre’s own organic garden. All requirements will be lovingly catered for.

Travel 

Transfers included! On the departure and arrival days (1st & 7th September) your travel to/from the venue to a pickup/drop off point in Ubud will be arranged closer to the dates of travel & included in your retreat package.

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Excursions 

& in-house workshops

Our groups are invited to learn about local food systems and take part in tree planting in the local community fruit forest.

You can choose between a sunrise adventure with dolphins, or if you’re feeling like a challenge you can watch the sunrise from the top of Mount Batur (volcano) instead.

Our groups have the opportunity to learn about Traditional Balinese ceremony in a truly wonderful in house workshop, as well as being taken through cleansing and prayer at the temple on site.

Secure your place $500

Excursions 

& in-house workshops

Our groups are invited to learn about local food systems and take part in tree planting in the local community fruit forest.

You can choose between a sunrise adventure with dolphins, or if you’re feeling like a challenge you can watch the sunrise from the top of Mount Batur (volcano) instead.

Our groups have the opportunity to learn about Traditional Balinese ceremony in a truly wonderful in house workshop, as well as being taken through cleansing and prayer at the temple on site.

Secure your place $500

Testimonials

Gareth Reeves

I am leaving full to the brim with story. Stories from the lives of my new friends, from Bali and from the gods. All of which has nourished me and made me feel less alone and crazy. I feel grounded and grateful and curious for what is next. I’m taking with me a determination to bring  love and  active devotion into my life.

I don’t think I can yet sum up my experience in a few lines but I know I am not quite the same man who arrived in Tejakula a week ago. And I am grateful for that.

Jess Hardley

When I think of what is alive in me right now, a day after leaving Tejakula and our retreat container, I am filled with a deep sense of gratitude, wonder and fullness. Every moment I have spent with you I have a bodily knowledge that I am safe - every single moment, safety. Safe to journey, explore, crack open, contract, laugh, cry and question. I have such respect for how you offer Tantra & breathwork…I had my first glimpse of Tantra living and breathing within my cells....That’s a moment I’ll never forget. Thank you Uma.

Lauri Elks

 This week I listened deeply and learned so much. I felt nourished from the land, my new friends, the stories and all the wonderful practices.

I found the courage & clarity to let go of everything I have outgrown. 

My heart feels bigger, I feel stronger & more embodied and I can’t wait to see what else unravels as I integrate. 

I will never forget my time I spent in the mountains! It’s been truly life changing! 

All Welcome 

 Breathe: Retreat welcomes everyone

Uma has been guiding retreats and immersive yoga experiences for 15 years, and is passionate about holding safe spaces for deep listening and enquiry. Breathe: Retreat welcomes everyone - there is no pre-required level of experience or ability, just come with an open mind & heart. Please do note, however, that the mountainous location does require some walking between meals, yoga, accommodation etc and unfortunately as such is not wheelchair accessible.

All Welcome 

 Breathe: Retreat welcomes everyone

Uma has been guiding retreats and immersive yoga experiences for 15 years, and is passionate about holding safe spaces for deep listening and enquiry. Breathe: Retreat welcomes everyone - there is no pre-required level of experience or ability, just come with an open mind & heart. Please do note, however, that the mountainous location does require some walking between meals, yoga, accommodation etc and unfortunately as such is not wheelchair accessible.

Inclusive. Accessible. Transformational.

 There is limited space on this retreat. Your deposit of $500 holds your place. Once we receive your deposit, we will email you to discuss the finer details of your stay and balance payment options.

 

TWIN SHARE $2200 (+gst)
PRIVATE ROOM $2600 (+gst)


We cannot guarantee the private room option will be available when you book (there are only a few).
Please note that Tejakula is approximately 3.5 hours from the airport. We recommend arriving early and staying for a night or 2 in Ubud for a more easeful journey to the ashram - just an idea to ease your air travel.
You are responsible for getting your own flights. We recommend arriving at least a day before so that you are ready and rested on arrival. If you need to leave on the day the retreat ends, please book a late flight so you can be with us until the closing time (around 10 am).
It is a non-negotiable participation requirement that you purchase your premium travel insurance. 

Transfers to/from the venue to a pickup point in Ubud are included on the 1st and 7th of September (arrival and departure days only).

Secure your place $500